"Keeping with our aim of being a true leader in the wellness community, we're excited to offer a free product that contains premium content, and is accessible to all," said MagnaVerve president Brian O'Neill.

MagnaVerve Total Living is a full-service consultancy that promotes mind-and-body wellness through hands-on learning programs and the written word.

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With Advanced SmartCheck, the Network Administrator will have the most recent information about the health of all hard drives on all of the computers installed across the network. Prediction of the nearest T. E.C. of any hard drive can prevent valuable data loss by replacing dangerous drives and backing up all data.

For example, motor and/or bearing failure can be predicted by an increase in the drive spin-up time and the number of retries it takes to succeed in spinning up the drive. Or, if the drive notes that the error correction is being used excessively, it can attribute this to a broken drive head or contamination, and alert you before the problem gets worse. Armed with a failure prediction, the user or system manager can back up key data, replace a suspect device prior to data loss, or avoid undesired downtime.

S. M.A. R.T. monitors the disks performance, bad sectors, calibration, CRC errors, disk spin up time, distance between the head and the disk, temperature, features of medium, heads, motor or servo-mechanism. In all, over 35 attributes are covered by S. M.A. R.T. The errors that the system can detect can be predicted by a number of methods. Currently the SMART system can detect around 70% of all hard drive errors.

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Greenway Medical Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of innovative electronic medical record (EMR), ambulatory healthcare and clinical research business solutions, and CDW Healthcare, part of the public sector subsidiary of CDW LLC, today announced a partnership to deliver a comprehensive EMR utilizing Greenway Medical's PrimeSUITE® offering. PrimeSUITE 2011 is an Office of the National Coordinator - Authorized Testing and Certification Body (ONC-ATCB) complete EHR that supports the 2011/2012 criteria for Stage 1 meaningful use measures required to qualify eligible providers and hospitals for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The new partnership with CDW Healthcare is the largest channel partner agreement signed by Greenway® in its 12-year history.

"Implementing an EMR solution requires a significant effort from physician practices, and technology partners should focus on helping to simplify and ease the adoption process,” said Bob Rossi, vice president of CDW Healthcare. "Through this partnership with Greenway, CDW Healthcare delivers a one-stop, comprehensive solution that can enable providers to meet the criteria for Stage 1 meaningful use.”

According to a recent CDW Healthcare report, the speed with which a practice successfully implements an EMR and adapts to the new workflow is critical in minimizing adoption costs. By providing a comprehensive hardware, software and service solution, CDW Healthcare and Greenway can assist physician practices to achieve the best return on their EMR investments.

As part of CDW Healthcare's continued investment in enabling physician EMR adoption, the two companies are already training a team of CDW Healthcare account managers dedicated to the ambulatory EMR market. In addition to owning a full understanding of Greenway Medical's PrimeSUITE offering, these account managers will have access to a broad array of fully-compatible IT products, technology expertise and associated services. Drawing upon years of experience in helping more than 15,000 healthcare organizations meet their technology needs, CDW Healthcare has the expertise and capability to assess, design, deploy and support complete IT infrastructure solutions for physician practices.

"The partnership with CDW Healthcare announced today marks an important step in the continued growth and expansion of Greenway Medical Technologies,” said Tee Green, president and CEO. "The unmatched reach and unique capabilities of the CDW Healthcare team will enable Greenway to significantly expand the availability of PrimeSUITE across the country, bringing increased efficiency and improved patient care to a greater number of physician practices. We are proud to partner with such a well-regarded industry leader, and look forward to the mutual success this agreement will bring.”

For more information on an end-to-end EHR solution featuring Greenway Medical's PrimeSUITE, or to speak with a CDW Healthcare account manager, please visit http://www. CDW. com/CommunIT.

About CDW Healthcare

CDW Healthcare is a leading provider of technology solutions focused exclusively on serving the healthcare marketplace. Working closely with more than 15,000 healthcare organizations nationwide, its customers range from small rural providers to large integrated delivery networks. The dedicated healthcare team leverages the expertise of CDW technology specialists and engineers to deliver best-in-class solutions from data center infrastructure through to point of patient care. The company's technology specialists and engineers offer expertise in designing customized solutions, while its advanced technology engineers assist customers with the implementation and long-term management of those solutions. Areas of focus include notebooks, desktops, printers, servers and storage, unified communications, security, wireless, power and cooling, networking, software licensing and mobility solutions.

CDW is ranked No. 38 on Forbes' list of America's Largest Private Companies.

About Greenway EMR

Greenway Medical Technologies provides innovative EMR software, ambulatory healthcare and clinical research business solutions and services to more than 23,000 healthcare providers nationwide, in 31 specialties and subspecialties, by enhancing the delivery of patient care through advanced health IT software and on-demand services that allow physician practices to function at their highest level of efficiency in group practice, IDN, REC, HIE, IPA, Accountable Care Organization (ACO) and Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) settings. Established in 1998, Carrollton, Ga.-based Greenway is a privately held company with more than 400 employees. For more information, visit greenwaymedical. com.

About PrimeSUITE 2011 Meaningful Use Certification

PrimeSUITE® 2011 is an ONC-ATCB Complete EHR. The 2011/2012 criteria supports the Stage 1 meaningful use measures required to qualify eligible providers and hospitals for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). This Complete EHR is 2011/2012 compliant and has been certified by the Certification Commission for Health Information Technology (CCHIT®), an ONC-ATCB, in accordance with the applicable certification criteria adopted by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. This certification does not represent an endorsement by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services or guarantee the receipt of incentive payments. PrimeSUITE 2011 was certified on October 14, 2010, certification number CC-1112-699072-1 for clinical quality measures NQF 0421, 0013, 0028, 0041, 0024, 0038, 0031, 0032 and 0034.

Review complete details of PrimeSUITE 2011's meaningful use certification on CCHIT and ONC websites: http://www. cchit. org/products/onc-atcb and onc-chpl. force. com/ehrcert. For more information about Greenway, visit http://www. greenwaymedical. com/. You can also follow developments at Greenway through online and social media:

NorQuest College, Alberta's leading community college, is looking to increase their connections and strengthen relationships with students and shareholders through a partnership with fusedlogic inc., one of Canada's leading social media engagement firms. By elevating NorQuest College's online presence and increasing community engagement, the partnership will break social media ground with new initiatives.

Edmonton, AB (PRWEB) October 7, 2009

NorQuest (http://www. norquest. ca) College, Alberta's leading community college, has partnered with one of Canada's leading social media engagement firms, fusedlogic (http://www. fusedlogic. com) inc., with the goal of elevating NorQuest College's online presence and level of community engagement. Both organizations are extremely excited to be working together to highlight NorQuest's strong career program offerings in the post-secondary world.

NorQuest College is looking forward to breaking social media ground with new initiatives and head in new directions in online networking. With more than 300 million people registered to Facebook and other social media sites like Twitter getting regular media attention, NorQuest has identified a need to become an integral part of this community so that they may connect with existing and prospective students as well as key stakeholders.

Talking about the social web, NorQuest President and CEO, Wayne Shillington says, "We've entered into a partnership with fusedlogic (...) to help NorQuest develop its ability to communicate with people who live and work and play in this environment. I look forward to communicating increasingly with students and other stakeholders through these networks."

"By embracing the social web, NorQuest is further demonstrating why they are the #1 choice for students among community colleges in Alberta. This is a powerful statement by the college, one we're very excited to be a part of," says Walter Schwabe, fusedlogic's CEO.

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NorQuest College has campuses in Edmonton, Wetaskiwin and Stony Plain, community learning centres in seven other Alberta communities and provides online distance learning to over 200 Canadian communities. NorQuest delivers post-secondary diploma and certificate programs in a variety of health, human services, business and industry careers and offers expertise in adult literacy, academic upgrading, English as a Second Language (ESL), Aboriginal education, and learner supports for students with disabilities. NorQuest serves more than 10,000 full and part-time students each year and has been designated by the Alberta government as the regional steward responsible for the Edmonton region, from Camrose to Jasper and Drayton Valley to Whitecourt.

Fusedlogic is one of Canada's leading social media engagement and Web 2.0 strategy firms. Based in Edmonton, fusedlogic has operated since 2000. Their goal is to educate clients on how to effectively engage the online community.

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Freedom Childcare Helps Businesses Create Work Life Balance for Businesses in Hampshire

Freedom Childcare, now a well-established organisation, is seeking to expand its area of expertise into the corporate sector. Already well recognised for its impeccable standards of service in the family and holiday maker environment, Freedom are now looking to assist companies of all sizes to maintain a healthy workforce and help their employees to achieve a better work life balance.

(PRWEB) March 2, 2007

Childcare is a very complex issue, with many options and decisions faced by sometimes new and inexperienced parents. This can feel overwhelming and initially rather daunting, as choosing the best combinations is a very important decision and crucial to the smooth running of life in general. As families get larger, parents separate, work schedules become increasingly more complex, all this can add to the stress of being a parent in the 21st century!

Indirectly this also becomes the employer's problem: school closure days, school holidays, decreased flexibility, decreased training attendance, less availability for extra working hours and extra curricular meetings.

The range of services we have developed can help even with the most complex childcare requirements. Our flexi nanny service is proving to be very popular, providing ad hoc nanny care 24/7 thus acting as a childcare insurance policy for busy families. Our trained childcare advisors can also provide information on Tax Credits and Employer Provided Childcare schemes, signposting to other organisations where appropriate.

Statistics

In 56% of families with children under school age, both parents now work and an amazing 73% of parents with school aged children both work. This percentage has increased by 10% in 10 years. Translating more parents are working, subsequently pushing up the percentage of employees with children. Interestingly the number of working parents is higher in the south than other parts of the country.

(Office for National Statistics. Labour Market Trends 2005)

Statistics aside, providing staff with a childcare package is good for company image and staff morale, as well as for all the afore mentioned practical and tangible benefits.

"Our spectrum of services and our flexible approach enables us to help organisations of all sizes. By becoming a Corporate Member, employees will benefit from the following services: a free phone helpline, subsidised hourly rates, subsidised Sure Start registration, free Freedom registration, half price membership, childcare training, access to a parents forum, access to our children's download pages and be able to sell unwanted childcare items online. The costs are very reasonable and based on the number of employees. We have helped the NHS tackle their recruitment and retention issues and are now looking to roll out this model to other organisations."

"The south is also unique in that many parents, when they first relocate, are faced with no family or network of friends, I found myself in this very situation when I first relocated. Coming from a large extended family, where childcare was never an issue, I was suddenly faced with the fact that 'childcare' now started and ended with me! This is why I set up the company in the first instance and it is very gratifying helping families in similar situations."

Now families can benefit from being able to claim back the cost of childcare in their own home. This can be through salary sacrifice vouchers or Tax Credits. Home based childcare is now a viable option for families from all financial backgrounds.

If you are either an individual looking for childcare or a company looking for a Human Resources solution, we would very much like to hear from you. enquiries @ freedomchildcare. com www. freedomchildcare. com 01983 299222

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Lamar University Expands Career Training Options As popularity of Online Career Training Increases, so does the Number of Course Options

In response to overwhelming interest in online, non-credit, career training courses, Lamar University has expanded their course offerings to accommodate what are considered Âhot trendÂ areas.

Beaumont, TX (PRWEB) February 9, 2005

With the New Year in full swing, many adults are looking to fulfill their career-related resolutions by taking quick online training courses. Although the economy is still sluggish in some parts of the country, statistics now show the south east Texas area is expected to experience job growth that will continue into the next decade.

Labor market information released by the Texas Workforce Commission finds that many popular occupations are expected to experience significant growth in the Jefferson county area through 2010, including but not limited to business, computer, and medical fields.

In order to accommodate this increase, Lamar University has added two new certification programs ICD-10 Medical Coding: Preparation and Instruction for Implementation, and AutoCAD 2005, to their already extensive list of online training options.

The ICD-10 certificate consists of 200 hours costing a total of $1,395. According to the course description, it is Âa radically upgraded diagnostic and procedural medical coding system, and will soon be mandated by the Federal government for use in the healthcare industry in insurance processing, reimbursement, and statistical data gathering.Â

AutoCAD 2005, most often used in mechanical and civil engineering, and architecture, includes 120 hours for $1,595. This program includes the most recent information and technology needed to advance in any drawing related field.

Both programs give prospective employees the skills necessary to seek jobs various expanding occupations. They are offered at Lamar University via Gatlin Education Services, the largest provider of asynchronous web-based, instructor-supported training to colleges and universities. GES open-enrollment programs are designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional caliber positions for many in-demand occupations.

For program and course descriptions, go to http://www. gatlineducation. com (http://www. gatlineducation. com). For enrollment information, contact Rhonda Shannon in the Continuing Education at 409-880-2233 or Rhonda. shannon@lamar. edu. Direct media inquiries to Sandy Bell at 972-934-2850 or sandybell@sbellinc. com.

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For clear, incisive information on how HIPAA privacy and security compliance affects patient information management, utilize the expertise of developers and distributors of HIPAA training content, Paul Nash and Brian Driscoll. They are available for interviews, expert Q&AÂs, or to author byline features.

(PRWEB) May 5, 2003

MEDIA ADVISORY

HIPAA Experts Available to Review Privacy, Security, Training and Compliance

HCPro, Inc. Leads in HIPAA Compliance Content and Training

MARBLEHEAD, MA (PRWEB) May 1, 2003 Â The deadline for healthcare entities to meet federal compliance for the privacy regulations issued under the Heath Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) passed on April 14. While most organizations are in the process of complying, it is merely the beginning of compliance that will continue to change the way patient information is managed for the foreseeable future.

HCPro, Inc. (www. hcpro. com) has been dedicated to HIPAA compliance since its enactment in 1996. Today, more than one - million healthcare workers have been trained in HIPPA privacy compliance using HCPro multi-platform solutions. Paul Nash and Brian Driscoll of HCPro, Inc. are leaders in content expertise for HIPAA compliance. They are available to help editors understand HIPAAÂs impact on the healthcare industry. For example, the HIPAA privacy rule requires that new hires be trained on protecting patient privacy within a reasonable period of time. As policies and procedures are revised within an organization, re-training is also required. Protecting patient privacy reduces the risk of a privacy breach that could result in expensive fines.

The deadline for healthcare entities to comply with the HIPAA security rule is April 21, 2005. The security rule specifies how each facility must secure protected health information (PHI) on computer networks, the Internet, disks and magnetic tape, and over extranets. The final security rule also mandates that all staff, including management, receive security awareness training. Organizations must also implement audit controls that record and examine workers who have logged into information systems that contain PHI, and organizations must limit physical access to facilities that contain electronic PHI.

For clear, incisive information on how HIPAA privacy and security compliance affects patient information management, utilize the expertise of developers and distributors of HIPAA training content, Paul Nash and Brian Driscoll. They are available for interviews, expert Q&AÂs, or to author byline features.

Contact:

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New Organization Founded To Develop Global Women Leaders And Build Bridges Across The Pacific

A new organization will offer programs to train and provide networking opportunities for women in the US and Japan. Focused on buidling bridges across the Pacific, the organization founded is focused on creating opportunities for women worldwide.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) December 6, 2006

In collaboration with programs in Japan and the U. S., founder and executive director Hiroko Tatebe announced the establishment of the Global Organization for Leadership and Diversity (GOLD), an organization dedicated to developing global women leaders. GOLD will lead the way to develop global leaders and create business and civic communities that will explore and contribute to new cross-cultural economic opportunities by bringing together leaders from Japan and the United States.

Leading GOLD is a former Executive Vice President, Treasurer and Board of Director of Dai-Ichi Kangyo Bank of California (DKBCAL), Hiroko Tatebe, who will serve as executive director. During her tenure at DKBCAL she was the first and only woman board of director. She was responsible for the complete financial, operations and administrative management and managed successfully professional teams with diverse technical and cultural backgrounds. Among her honors include: "Outstanding Business Woman of the Year" by the Los Angeles Chapter of Women in Business, and an "Affiliated Businesswomen Member of the Year" by the Los Angeles Chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners.

"The challenges of 21st century demand extraordinary leaders," said Hiroko Tatebe, founder of the new organization. "Despite gains in leadership diversity, women remain perhaps the world's most under-utilized resource. The time is right for new and innovative initiatives that foster professional development opportunities for women. A larger pool of well-trained and supported women leaders is essential to the global economy."

"In the United States," she continues, "even though 'diversity' and 'women's leadership' issues are not new subjects, the ratio of women to men in leadership positions remains imbalanced. In Japan the situation is significantly worse."

A 2005 World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report measured the extent to which women have achieved equality with men in 58 countries in five critical areas: economic participation, economic opportunity, political empowerment, educational attainment, and health and well-being. The U. S. ranked 17th and Japan ranked 38th in overall score. In the primary area that GOLD is addressing -- economic opportunity -- the U. S. ranked 46 and Japan 52.

"The implications of these rankings are evident," explains Tatebe. "Both the U. S. and Japan, the world's two largest economies, need to support initiatives to advance opportunities for women leadership development. Such initiatives are the key to maintaining economic prosperity."

GOLD will develop programs to establish new and innovative models to advance global perspectives about women's leadership including: training and advancement; workforce diversity; and intercultural understanding. GOLD's inaugural event in March 2007 will be a Symposium held in Los Angeles. Specifically, GOLD's goals include:

Demonstrating the economic necessities and benefits of advancing global workforce diversity Developing women's leadership training programs that advance opportunities for women in both countries and gradually extending the model for application in more of Asia Bringing together leaders from Japan and the U. S. to collaborate and open new doors of opportunity.

Backing GOLD's initiatives and formation is an impressive advisory board and community partners that includes leaders and organizations from both Japan and the United States.

Initially, GOLD will focus on developing relationships with Japan and the U. S. eventually expanding throughout all of Asia.

About GOLD

The Global Organization for Leadership and Diversity (GOLD) focuses on developing global women leaders. GOLD will foster professional and leadership growth of current and future business and professional women by providing educational, inspirational and motivational activities and events that build "leadership bridges across the Pacific."

GOLD is currently under the fiscal sponsorship of Community Partners' Nonprofit Incubator Project. Community Partners is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which helps social entrepreneurs and visionary leaders initiate important and timely projects that provide innovative strategies and solutions for addressing some of the most pressing problems of our time.

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Philip Stein Teslar Diamond Watch is Now Available at MilredBarrett. com With Other Exquisite Gifts, Jewelry, Handbags and Timepieces for Your Elite Taste

MildredBarrett. com boasts a client list of some of the most notable athletes and celebrities in America. To celebrate a successful Spring 2005 www. MildredBarrett. com is offering Philip SteinÂs Teslar 1.16 Karat Genuine Full Cut Diamond watch as a perfect reward for yourself or gift for that special someone in your life. The Teslar chip emits a defensive signal shielding your body from harmful electromagnetic pollution generated by invisible radio waves to reduce stress and improve your sense of wellness.

(PRWEB) April 15, 2005

Spring is blooming and MotherÂs Day is right around the corner. ItÂs now time to think about shaping up for summer, upgrading your fashion ensemble and choosing that ideal gift to celebrate the season.

Now you can make a strong fashion statement while focusing on good health and fitness with an exquisite timepiece available from www. MildredBarrett. com. The Teslar watch, by jeweler Philip Stein, has achieved rave reviews for protecting the body from electromagnetic pollution generated by invisible radio waves from wireless computers, cell phones, transmitters and high tension wires.

Philip SteinÂs Teslar chips are a health and wellness achievement worthy of Nobel Prize acclaim. The Teslar chip, named for famed inventor Nikola Tesla, who worked with Thomas Edison, emits a defensive signal shielding your body from harmful electronic pollution reducing stress, hyper-activity, headaches, depression and anxiety. Not only does the watch look terrific it improves your sense of wellness.

Electronic pollution has significantly increased with our emphasis on technology; television, radio, mobile phones and other electronic gadgets have been linked with serious health hazards. Philip Stein Teslar watches include a copper chip inside each watch that assist the wearer's body in neutralizing electronic pollution from devices like PDAs and cell phones.

Clients have reported they feel calmer, sleep more soundly, and have recognized improved concentration and increased energy levels. Philip Stein says their Teslar watch helps the body strengthen its energy field, lessening the negative effects of exposure to electronic pollution.

Oprah Winfrey was so impressed with the Philip Stein Teslar watch that Madonna gave her in December 2003 that she later featured the watch on her program "Oprah's Favorite Things," where she gave a stainless steel Philip Stein Teslar watch to every studio audience member.

Dr Valerie Hunt, Professor Emeritus at UCLA, was quoted, saying the watch Âmagnifies the strength of the biofield, thus protecting the body from destructive electromagnetism.Â One reported study of an American football team wearing the watches found that 97 per cent noticed a reduction in the intensity of aches and pains.

The stylish timepiece has scored with celebrities including: Lennox Lewis, Barbara Walters, Model Jodie Kidd, P Diddy, Jack Nicholson, and Madonna is said to have bought two for her children.

The inventors, renowned scientists Ilonka Harezi and Dr. Courtland Reeves, have for twenty years been studying the effects of low frequency electromagnetic fields and their impact on the human body. Harezi and Reeves believe that extremely low frequencies or ÂElfÂ generated by modern electronics negatively influence the central nervous system which can cause headaches, tiredness, fatigue and other unhealthy symptoms. In combating this problem the chip they developed introduces (non-Hertzian) waves which are reportedly capable of protecting a person from pathogenic influences of Elf.

Press coverage of the Philip Stein Teslar watches has included over fifty publications including: People Magazine, U. S. Weekly, Hollywood Life Fashion and Vogue. The Philip Stein Teslar can be found at such fine retailers as Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's and now www. MildredBarrett. com. Philip Stein has made an impact on watch market with a fashionable line that promises to not only look great, but make you feel better with costs from Â£375 to Â£3,000 for a diamond version, thereÂs something for everyone!

Www. MildredBarrett. com is proud to announce her MotherÂs Day special with the addition of the beautiful diamond accented Philip Stein Teslar. With clients including: NBA Coach Clifford Ray, Dallas Mavericks Eric Dampier and Shawn Bradley including many other professional athletes. If you are person with discriminating taste youÂre sure to find something that will appeal to you or your loved one this spring at www. MildredBarrett. com

Www. MildredBarrett. com boasts a client list of some of the most notable athletes and celebrities in America. Several years ago after a tragic auto accident took her son, as catharsis Mildred increased her world travels assembling an exquisite selection some of the finest gifts, jewelry, handbags and timepieces available. Soon friends were asking for her expertise in selecting gifts, jewelry and watches. Within a very short time Mildred was acting as personal shopper to some of the most notable names in the News. www. MildredBarrett. com was soon created to offer her friends easier access to her inventory and now you can utilize the same eye for luxury, shopping savvy and desire for the best that www. MildredBarrett. com clients have enjoyed for several years.

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Mildred Barrett grew up in the sophisticated south, shopping in some of the finest stores in the world for decades. She has a stellar reputation with many famous celebrities, athletes, and politicians; was on the international board of the Shakespeare Globe Foundation and has had tea with Princess Diana's father at Diana's ancestral home of Althrop.

IsnÂt it time for you to taste of some of the finer things in life? Exquisite jewelry, watches and timepieces that scream success, handbags for the fashionable, and the finest gifts to express your deepest gratitude and love.

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Panorama Software, a global leader in business intelligence (BI) solutions for the Microsoft platform, today announced that Scandent Solutions, its integrated partner, is becoming a key business driver in the East Asian market with emphasis in Singapore. Scandent is concentrating on this region because of its tremendous growth potential due to its large manufacturing labor force, numerous ports of entry and emerging economy.

Toronto and Singapore (PRWEB) August 25, 2005

Panorama Software, a global leader in business intelligence (BI) solutions for the Microsoft platform, today announced that Scandent Solutions, its integrated partner, is becoming a key business driver in the East Asian market with emphasis in Singapore. Scandent is concentrating on this region because of its tremendous growth potential due to its large manufacturing labor force, numerous ports of entry and emerging economy.

ÂWe are very proud of our partnership with Scandent Solutions and the technology expertise they provide in Singapore and around the world,Â said Eynav Azarya, CEO, Panorama Software. ÂScandent is a recognized leader in supply chain logistics and provides numerous Fortune 2000 companies with solutions to improve performance, which ultimately generate solid business results.Â

According to the World Bank, East AsiaÂs economy and Singapore specifically is set to grow by six per cent in 2005. This, in part, is due to higher oil prices and larger dollar inflows to the region according to the latest East Asia and Pacific Regional Update. (1)

ÂThere are numerous business opportunities within Singapore and Scandent along with Panorama Software are developing specific solutions for supply chain organizations that will greatly impact SingaporeÂs emerging economy,Â said Delip Keshu, CEO, Scandent Solutions. ÂWith our international headquarters in Singapore we are better able to serve our community; we understand its economy, its industry and its people. As a result, our organization is well established and highly respected in Singapore and abroad.Â

The partnership between Scandent Solutions and Panorama Software allows the organizations to combine world-class software development and information technology offerings in order to provide customers with complete end-to-end solutions. Furthermore, the strength of both companiesÂ relationship with Microsoft will help to accelerate growth and build new relationships with customers looking to take advantage of the combined service offering.

About Panorama Software

Panorama Software helps global organizations unlock the hidden value of their information assets to improve business performance and results. Panorama extends the Microsoft Platform through integrated business intelligence and corporate performance management solutions. With Panorama decision makers at all levels and functions can easily analyze data, quickly create and distribute reports, and proactively measure performance. Companies gain a greater understanding of their business and make better decisions. These informed decisions improve profitability, increase revenues, reduce costs and time to market and mitigate competitive risks.

Panorama, a leading innovator of business intelligence solutions, supports customers worldwide in industries such as financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, healthcare, telecommunications and life sciences. Panorama has more than 250 partners in 30 countries, and maintains offices throughout North America and EMEA. More information is available at www. panorama. com.

About Scandent Solutions Corporation Ltd

Scandent is a broad based IT services company that offers business consulting, application implementation, software engineering, maintenance and support services. It is promoted by Scandent Group, which has in its fold IT and BPO companies that collectively employ 3,000 professionals serving customers in 3 continents through 70 locations worldwide. Scandent strives to deliver differentiated solutions with impeccable quality. The services of the firm include strategy, application implementation, software engineering and support solutions. For more information about Scandent, please visit www. scandentsolutions. com and for information on Scandent Group visit www. scandentgroup. com.

ÂIt was like it suddenly dawned on everyone that we are right,Â says Gary Geyer, editor of 50plus Online Magazine (www.50plusMag. com).ÂYou hear a lot of talk these days about baby boomers, but honestly, I donÂt know of any so-called Âbaby boomerÂ that has actually referred to him or herself as a baby boomer. ItÂs a term we donÂt identify with.Â

Actually, the term Âbaby boomÂ was first coined in 1980, 34 years after the post-war baby boom began. Landon Jones, a writer and editor at Time Inc., described in his book, Great Expectations: America and the Baby Boom Generation, Â the monumental effect that boomers had on virtually every American institution throughout their lives such as media, education, politics and consumerism.Â

Baby Boomers were a force to be reckoned with.

What about now? Are baby boomers still a force to be reckoned with?

ÂEmphatically, yes,Â says Geyer. ÂBut the tag Âbaby boomerÂ is meaningless to us and really, everyone else. Today the term seems archaic. It described who we were then, not who we are now.Â

ÂIncidentally, a term we dislike even more than ÂboomerÂ is Âaging boomer',Â adds Geyer.

ÂOur ages today are about 50Â65, give or take a few years on both ends. Not yet seniors, weÂll admit to being Âpre-seniorsÂ.

So, hereÂs what we at 50plus Online Magazine (www.50plusMag. com) are proposing: From now on, stop calling us boomers and start calling us by a term we can identify with.

Are you ready? We are YAPS. Y-A-P-S. Youthful, Active, Pre-Seniors. (You can call us ÂYappiesÂ, if you like.)Â.

Here's what YAPS are like:

ÂYAPS are not like our parents (who actually are seniors). YAPS are youthful in appearance and attitude. We try to stay active. We exercise, watch our diet and eat healthier than those Gen X-ers half our age. As the NY Times has pointed out, the average age of the 5 directors nominated for Academy Awards this year is 60.

YAPS still like rock Ân roll (classic rock, not rap or hip-hop), are fashion conscious, get nipped and tucked when need be and have romantic inclinations.

YAPS lead active sex lives and are ViagraÂs prime market. We are prominent in the work force, are politically motivated, surf and shop the internet, read, listen to CDs, play video games (no kidding), take vacations, frequent restaurants, travel, buy luxury items (more than any other demographic) such as plasma TVs, new cars, boats and houses. We help provide for our children, spoil our grandchildren, and today more than ever, take care of our aging parents.

And in case you havenÂt realized it, YAPS are a demographic.

The YAPS demographic is growing faster than you can shake a stick.

When you consider that every 7 seconds someone turns 50, that means the ÂYAPPIEÂ population increases every 7 seconds. The mind boggles at our numbers and the power we can (still) yield.

Sadly, we are a virtually untapped market. So marketers, wake up and start tapping. We are tired of being ignored. YAPS will spend upward of three trillion dollars in 2005 on anything and everything that prolongs our (forgive me) yappiness.

We do NOT roll over and play dead once we turn 50. We are still that Ânarcissistic, self indulgent groupÂ we were when we were baby boomers, and we still believe the world owes us a living. We are alive and kicking, so you better not ignore us.

We are now demanding pop-culture status

We believe the time is right for we Âformer boomersÂ to be recognized, appreciated and have our very own pop designation.

There were hippies, yippies, and yuppies. Now, make way for us. 2005 is definitely the year of the YAPS!

Long live the ÂYappies!Â

About 50plus Online Magazine (www.50plusMag. com).

50plus Online Magazine is an online magazine directed to a ÂYappieÂ audience. The focus is on contemporary issues approached from a 50+ perspective. ÂWeÂre quite different than most other sites or publications geared to the mature market. Although we have many senior readers, a good many of our articles are written with the youthful, active, pre-senior audience in mind.Â

Articles featured this month (besides the YAPS editorial) include:

Rod Stewart: Some Guys have All the Luck Double-Edged Grief: When Grandparents Experience the Death of a Grandchild. A (Not so) Crazy Alternative to Assisted Living: A Long Cruise.

Gary Geyer is founder, editor and publisher of 50plus Online Magazine as well as President and Creative Director of Alive & Kicking AdvertisingÂa marketing company that specializes in the 50+ market.

Please call or email with inquires about advertising and promotion opportunities.

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American Clay Enterprises returns to the Greenbuild International Expo to showcase its all-natural, eco-friendly earth plasters with a larger hands-on demo area. They will also discuss the start of a long-term experiment inspired by feedback from users of the products who claim that the clay provides them energy savings, in addition to the other acknowledged benefits - inhibiting mold, moderating temperature, repelling dirt, controlling humidity, sound attenuating, flexible, repairable and containing no VOCs. For the November 19-21, 2008, event, American Clay will exhibit in booth #1422 at the Boston (MA) Convention and Exhibition Center. They will host ongoing demonstrations, in which anyone can participate, and have both their original - primarily residential - earth plasters, plus their recently launched ENJARRE, a single-coat plaster directed at the commercial and multi-unit residential markets.

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) November 11, 2008

Award-winning American Clay Enterprises returns to the Greenbuild International Expo to showcase its all-natural, eco-friendly earth plasters with a larger hands-on demo area. They will also discuss the start of a long-term experiment inspired by feedback from users of the products who claim that the clay provides them energy savings, in addition to the other acknowledged benefits - inhibiting mold, moderating temperature, repelling dirt, controlling humidity, sound attenuating, flexible, repairable and containing no VOCs. For the November 19-21, 2008, event, American Clay will exhibit in booth #1422 at the Boston (MA) Convention and Exhibition Center. They will host ongoing demonstrations, in which anyone can participate, and have both their original - primarily residential - earth plasters, plus their recently launched ENJARRE, a single-coat plaster directed at the commercial and multi-unit residential markets.

The experiment, called "Dynamic Solar", is being conducted at the American Clay facility in Albuquerque, NM, starting this month. It is expected to run for at least a year. They have built five identical test structures, 7'h x 8'w x5'd, of frame construction with R13 fiber-glass bat insulation, and one door each. They break down in this way:

One has cement stucco exterior with interior paint. One has vinyl siding exterior and interior paint. One has cement stucco exterior with American Clay interior plaster. One has vinyl siding exterior with American Clay interior plaster. One has American Clay's soon-to-launch lime stucco on exterior with American Clay interior plaster.

All the units have on the inside an identical data logger, called Spectrum 2000, with an additional one on the outside monitoring exterior atmosphere conditions around the units. The Spectrum 2000 measures the relative humidity and temperature in a space. By comparing these, one can determine how much energy will be needed to keep a building comfortable. Once they get a baseline data for each unit, they can then start shifting conditions to determine how to maximize energy savings.

"Over time we have received information about energy savings from customers," says Croft Elsaesser, American Clay co-Founder and CEO. "At first we discounted their claims. But as more information came in, we began to look at whether there was validity to what they were saying, including one Pennsylvania graduate student who called us about energy variations in a house he was monitoring with half clay, half paint. This experiment is a real world approach to get a direct correlation to the different materials, and their impact on our energy usage. I think when the results come in, we will have the data to quantify what the energy savings could be if our plaster is used on a project. It will change the way people think about the interior materials that they use, and the value of clay for the interior walls."

The internationally-recognized Greenbuild Expo presents the perfect opportunity to announce how a company already recognized for its thoroughly sustainable product contribution to building and design is constantly checking itself to innovate behind the scenes.

One client who claims energy savings and inspired the experiment is an architecture firm that remodeled a 1950s building. The exterior walls, roofing, insulation and substrate materials are the same throughout, but a closed-off hallway separates two sides of the building - one side is covered inside with high-quality zero-VOC paint, and the other side with American Clay plaster. They have shown a great difference in energy use between the two separately-metered areas, with significant savings on the American Clay side.

American Clay will also be continuously demonstrating their products, from their three original formulations to the new commercially-directed ENJARRE, which comes pre-tinted in eight colors (some custom available). The plaster can be applied to multiple substrates, cover CMU blocks in one pass, and typically lasts for the life of the walls. And at less than $.30 per square foot to contractors, with color and binder inclusive, ENJARRE gives builders a product that helps provide top indoor air quality and beauty--and can contribute toward up to seven LEED points (five in most areas)--at a very competitive price.

They will also be showing at Greenbuild an exciting new technique they've discovered that uses burlap to help manage issues with plastering corners.

American Clay's mission is to better the planet, through their commitment to healthy solutions for beautiful, calm, and healthy environments. To that end, some energy saving company methods include:

Their manufacturing uses low inherent energy to produce our products. i. e. 250 tons of material costs $45 in electricity. They use no water in manufacturing. Plaster is shipped dry to save shipping energy and cost. (Additional 20 pounds of water if sent premixed.)

Additional American Clay news:

American Clay is plastered all over actor Adrian Grenier's house in Planet Green's "Alter Eco" show American Clay was featured with a moisture control experiment on DIY Channel's "Deconstruction". New Sales Team Manager Peggy Cunningham was appointed in August. American Clay was featured in "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" on ABC-TV in May. ABOUT AMERICAN CLAY ENTERPRISES, LLC:

American Clay produces award-winning, all-natural interior wall finishing products. Their Earth Plasters and the commercial ENJARRE single coat plaster are a unique combination of clays, aggregates and natural pigments that offer builders and consumers a natural and elegant option. There is no off-gassing nor inherent waste on-site. Moreover, the plasters contain zero VOCs, are non-flammable, are mold resisting (without toxic fungicides), absorb odors, provide temperature and humidity buffering, repair/clean easily and come in recyclable packaging. American Clay is uniquely manufactured in and made of materials found in the U. S. American Clay Enterprises, Inc., is based in Albuquerque, NM, and its products are patent pending. The product and various workshops are available through their New Mexico office or through one of the growing number of retailers and distributors across the U. S. The website, www. americanclay. com, offers information on products, ordering, technical specifications, product application and additional resources and links.

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Also provides in-depth feature articles written by leading industry figures and full coverage of major international fibre and textile exhibitions. Subscription includes a comprehensive buyersÂ guide to worldwide suppliers to the technical textiles industry. Technical Textiles International keeps readers informed about new materials, machinery, products, applications, markets, patents, mergers, and more, not only in Europe or the USA, but all round the world

FCCReady consults with the children's entertainment community on the educational content of products and programs. A virtual consultancy, FCCReady assists child-oriented businesses around the corner and around the world. Its mission is a simple one: bring high standards and diverse and effective review strategies to regulatory issues faced by providers of children's media.

Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) December 1, 2008

FCCReady (http://www. fccready. com) is led by nationally known psychologist, author and media authority, Dr. Helen Boehm (http://www. drhelenboehm. com), and produces powerful Educational and Informational (E|I) appraisals and professional evaluation summaries in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and CARU, COPPA and FTC guidelines.

Dr. Boehm has a proven track record of E|I program clearances and the successful review of much of the educational content for kids seen on TV and computer screens today (http://www. fccready. com). She will now extend the same practical and professional content advisory services she brought to NewsCorp's Fox and Viacom's MTV Networks/Nickelodeon over the past two decades - directly to your kids' media projects.

Dr. Boehm (http://www. drhelenboehm. com/index. php? page=expertt) has testified before Congress and is the author of the popular child-safety book, Fearless Parenting for the New Millennium and the best selling paperback, The Right Toys: A Guide to Selecting the Best Toys for Children. She has been a familiar media resource and respected kids' expert on numerous news and talk shows, including Today, 20/20 and Good Morning America and her articles on technology, play and child development have appeared in Psychology Today, Working Mother, Redbook and Family Circle. Prior to heading youth standards and public responsibility at Fox and MTV/Nickelodeon, "Dr. Helen" directed the Children's Advertising Unit (CARU) of the Council of Better Business Bureaus, the self-regulatory arm of the children's advertising industry.

The incoming administration has pledged greater scrutiny of child-directed entertainment, advertising and interactive media. According to President-Elect Barack Obama, "We're going to have to parent better, and turn off the television set, and put the video games away, and instill a sense of excellence in our children." This heightened interest in the effects of marketing to kids will be apparent in a revitalized and activist FCC and FTC.

This press release has been distributed by SalemGlobal Internet Interactive Public Relations. Based in New York City, SalemGlobal (salemglobal. com) optimizes websites to increase traffic from search engines for the not-for-profit, travel, legal, healthcare, automotive and real estate industries, provides lead generation and improves conversion of site visitors to buyers. Other services include general website marketing, search engine optimization, ecommerce solutions, content management systems, website hosting, web design and maintenance. For further information, please contact Raphi Salem at 646-217-4733.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Ranks Among Top 10 in the Nation According to U. S. News Media Group’s 2010-11 Best Hospitals

NewYork-Presbyterian #6 in the Nation, #1 Among Ranked Hospitals in New York Area

New York, NY (PRWEB) July 15, 2010

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital (http://nyp. org/), one of the country’s largest and most comprehensive academic medical centers, is ranked #6 in the nation and #1 among ranked hospitals in the New York area, according to U. S. News Media Group’s 2010-11 Best Hospitals (http://health. usnews. com/best-hospitals). This marks the 10th consecutive year that NewYork-Presbyterian has been listed on U. S. News’ prestigious “Honor Roll.”

Best Hospitals 2010-11 ranks 152 medical centers nationwide in 16 specialties. The Honor Roll highlights 14 of these medical centers that are ranked at or near the top in at least six specialties based on reputation, death rates, procedure volume and the balance of nurses and patients.

Dr. Herbert Pardes, president and CEO of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, lists the top six reasons he believes that NewYork-Presbyterian is one of the nation’s top six hospitals:

Top Six Reasons We’re in the Top Six

1. We put patients first. From our world-class clinicians and cutting-edge treatment options to our culture of empathy and emphasis on quality and safety, NewYork-Presbyterian is committed to putting patients and their families first.

2. Our physicians are re-inventing medical practice. As the nation’s only hospital affiliated with two leading Ivy League medical schools, NewYork-Presbyterian performed the world’s first pediatric multivisceral surgery involving the removal and partial reimplantation of six abdominal organs. We also developed a breakthrough treatment that delivers chemotherapy directly into a malignant brain tumor.

3. We have some of the world’s most advanced facilities and technologies. In 2010, NewYork-Presbyterian opened the Ronald O. Perelman Heart Institute and the Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center, with advanced operating rooms that allow clinicians to perform “hybrid” heart procedures combining surgery and interventional cardiology. We are the nation’s first hospital to use the state-of-the-art Artis Zeego imaging system for advancing treatments for cardiovascular, neurologic and gastrointestinal conditions.

4. Our diverse team of specialists work together to provide world-class care. From clinicians, including nurse-Ph. D.s, Pharm. D.s and social workers, to translation and patient services professionals, NewYork-Presbyterian’s unique team is committed to our patients and their families.

5. Patient safety and quality of care are foremost in our minds. The Hospital is recognized for its pioneering initiatives, including its award-winning Patient Safety Fridays program to ensure the highest quality and safety for the patient.

6. Financial stability provides a vision for the future. In the challenging and changing world of health care, NewYork-Presbyterian has a strong financial foundation that allows us to invest in new ways to serve patients and families.

“We are very pleased to again be counted among the outstanding institutions on the U. S. News Media Group’s 2010-11 Best Hospitals ‘Honor Roll.’ With expertise across the full spectrum of medical specialties, our health care professionals are dedicated to providing high-quality, effective and empathetic care to patients and their families,” says Dr. Herbert Pardes, president and CEO of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. “Through our affiliation with two of the nation’s leading Ivy League medical schools — Weill Cornell Medical College and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons — we are continually developing cutting-edge medical technologies and potentially life-saving therapies.”

Dr. Steven J. Corwin, executive vice president and COO, adds, “This distinction is a tribute to the continued excellence in the care and service we deliver to our patients every single day. We applaud and thank our amazing staff for their commitment to teamwork, and to putting patients and families first.”

U. S. News Media Group’s 2010-11 Best Hospitals is available online at http://www. usnews. com/besthospitals (http://www. usnews. com/besthospitals) and featured in the August print issue of U. S.News & World Report, available on newsstands July 27.

About NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital (http://nyp. org/):

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, based in New York City, is the nation’s largest not-for-profit, non-sectarian hospital, with 2,353 beds. The Hospital has nearly 2 million inpatient and outpatient visits in a year, including more than 220,000 visits to its emergency departments — more than any other area hospital. NewYork-Presbyterian provides state-of-the-art inpatient, ambulatory and preventive care in all areas of medicine at five major centers: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian/The Allen Hospital and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Division. One of the most comprehensive health care institutions in the world, the Hospital is committed to excellence in patient care, research, education and community service. NewYork-Presbyterian is the #1 hospital in the New York metropolitan area and is consistently ranked among the best academic medical institutions in the nation, according to U. S. News Media Group’s Best Hospitals. The Hospital has academic affiliations with two of the nation’s leading medical colleges: Weill Cornell Medical College and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. For more information, visit http://www. nyp. org (http://www. nyp. org).

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Oprah Winfrey has announced that she has gained 40 pounds since her 1997 diagnosis of thyroid disease, and now weighs 200 pounds. Mary Shomon, nationally known thyroid patient advocate says that Oprah -- like millions of other American women struggling with thyroid and weight problems - doesn't need to face such an uphill battle. Shomon's New York Times best-selling book "The Thyroid Diet," explains how to get thyroid problems like Oprah's diagnosed and properly treated, and the unique approaches thyroid sufferers - including Oprah - can follow in order to successfully lose weight.

Kensington, MD (PRWEB) January 5, 2009

Attention is again focused on the connection between thyroid disease and weight problems, after talk show host Oprah Winfrey announced that she gained 40 pounds since her own 1997 diagnosis of thyroid disease, and now weighs 200 pounds.

As many as 50 million Americans have thyroid conditions - and more than half of them are undiagnosed. Many thyroid sufferers experience metabolism that is slowed to levels that make dieting and weight loss seemingly impossible.

Mary Shomon, nationally known thyroid patient advocate, says that Oprah Winfrey, like millions of other American women struggling with thyroid and weight problems, does not need to face such an uphill battle. Shomon's New York Times best-selling book "The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss," is the only book to help many previously unsuccessful dieters finally overcome this major - but often overlooked -- impediment to weight loss. Detailed information on "The Thyroid Diet," available at the book's website, http://www. thyroid-info. com (http://www. thyroid-info. com) --- which also features a free downloadable Ebook from Shomon, titled "Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?"

In "The Thyroid Diet," millions of frustrated dieters will discover that diagnosis and proper thyroid treatment may be all that's needed to successfully restore the metabolism to normal and begin to lose weight. "The Thyroid Diet" features a "Symptoms Checklist," along with detailed guidelines on how to get diagnosed and properly treated.

Proper treatment can be far more complicated than patients are led to believe. Oprah Winfrey has, in fact, revealed that she has stopped taking thyroid medication because she didn't feel better.

Says Shomon: "Oprah's situation points out how tricky it can be to find the right medication, at the right dose, for the right amount of time, or order to start feeling the benefits. Many women are prescribed the popular thyroid drug, Synthroid, and if they don't feel well a few weeks later, they think it's not working, and give up. Instead of abandoning thyroid treatment, thyroid patients need to know their options, and how to navigate through the many treatment approaches to find what will work for them."

Shomon has summarized some important points about Oprah's thyroid and weight loss situation in an article "The Six Reasons Why Oprah Winfrey Doesn't Have to Weigh 200 Pounds" (http://thyroid. about. com/b/a/257719.htm) -- located at http://thyroid. about. com/b/a/257719.htm (http://thyroid. about. com/b/a/257719.htm) at the popular About. com thyroid site where she has been Guide since 1997.

Even with the best possible diagnosis and treatment, weight loss can still be more difficult for thyroid patients. Says Shomon: "In The Thyroid Diet, I've put together the best advice from practitioners around the country - and the patients who have successfully lost weight - on the thyroid treatments, foods, approaches, supplements, herbs, nutrients and exercise that can help even the playing field for thyroid patients trying to lose weight."

"The Thyroid Diet" was published to acclaim, reaching the New York Times Best Seller List, the Amazon. com "Diet and Weight Loss" Bestsellers List, and was a Quills award semi-finalist. "The Thyroid Diet" also spent more than a month in the Amazon's Top 100 Bestsellers list.

In "The Thyroid Diet" readers will learn...

Why more than half of the almost 30 million Americans with thyroid problems haven't been diagnosed The three physical signs that almost guarantee you have an undiagnosed thyroid problem Why your doctor isn't likely to test you for this common diet saboteur, and what you can do Why frequent "mini-meals" may be the worst thing for your weight loss effort Herbal remedy from Africa that can dramatically cut appetite, without dangerous side effects The so-called "health food" that Oprah - and millions of women - eats that may be sabotaging her diet

"The Thyroid Diet" discusses optimal dietary changes, focusing on the "low-glycemic" diet -- the healthier evolution of the low-carb craze. Readers also learn about optimal timing of meals for maximum hormonal impact, thyroid-damaging foods to avoid, helpful herbs and supplements, and more. The advice of numerous nationally-known doctors and practitioners is featured in the book.

The book contains several different eating plans, food lists, and a set of delicious and healthy recipes. Handy worksheets aid in weight loss tracking, and a special resource section features websites, books, and support groups.

Mary Shomon has transformed her own health challenges into more than a decade as America's leading thyroid patient advocate, founder/editor of a series of health newsletters, and founder/editor editor of her popular Thyroid-Info website (http://www. thyroid-info. com) , and guide to the About. com Thyroid Disease site (http://thyroid. about. com) since 1997. She is author of a series of best-selling books on thyroid disease and health, including "Thyroid Hormone Breakthrough," "Living Well With Hypothyroidism," "Living Well With Autoimmune Disease," and "Living Well With Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism," among others. Mary Shomon is a member of the Endocrine Society, the Association of Health Care Journalists, and the American Academy on Communication in Healthcare.

Bodybuilding. com announced their 2008 Supplement Award nominees today, recognizing industry leaders delivering high-quality, effective products. Over 70 brands were nominated in all. Winners will be announced live on the 2008 Mr. Olympia Expo stage. This year's Olympia Weekend will feature Mr. Olympia, Ms. Olympia, Fitness Olympia, Figure Olympia, and others. The event is scheduled for September 25-28 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Boise, ID (PRWEB) July 30, 2008

Bodybuilding. com announced their 2008 Supplement Award nominees today, recognizing industry leaders delivering high-quality, effective products. Over 70 brands were nominated in all. Winners will be announced live on the 2008 Mr. Olympia Expo stage. This year's Olympia Weekend will feature Mr. Olympia, Ms. Olympia, Fitness Olympia, Figure Olympia, and others. The event is scheduled for September 25-28 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

"This award allows the customer to vote on which supplements they think are the highest-quality and most-effective in helping them achieve their shape and fitness goals," said Ryan DeLuca, CEO of Bodybuilding. com. The nominees include leading products in each award category, selected from the 8,000+ products Bodybuilding. com carries. New this year, winners will be selected solely by votes of online visitors to Bodybuilding. com (http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/supplementawardpage. htm (http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/supplementawardpage. htm)). In past years, winners were determined 80% from the general public, 10% from industry experts, and 10% from Bodybuilding. com employees.

This year's Bodybuilding. com Supplement Award categories are:

Supplement Of The Year Brand Of The Year Muscle Builder Of The Year Fat Loss Product Of The Year Protein Powder Of The Year Creatine Product Of The Year Protein Bar Of The Year New Product Of The Year New Brand Of The Year Nitric Oxide Product Of The Year Glutamine Product Of The Year Multi-Vitamin Of The Year Joint Supplement Of The Year Energy Supplement Of The Year Best Labels Of The Year Best Ads Of The Year Tanning Product Of The Year Break-Out Brand Of The Year Weight Gainer Of The Year RTD Of The Year *NEW CATEGORY

Anyone can cast their vote for their favorite supplements at Bodybuilding. com. This is the company's fourth year presenting the distinguished Bodybuilding. com Supplement Awards. Last year, a record 278,000 votes were cast, and plans are to surpass that number this year. Last year's Supplement Award winners can be viewed at: http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/supplementawardwinners. htm (http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/supplementawardwinners. htm)

Bodybuilding. com offers more than 8,000 health and fitness supplements & accessories to help people achieve their fitness goals. They offer more than 25,000 pages of FREE bodybuilding and fitness information, including more than 12,000 articles (written by 525+ writers), video & audio segments, and new content added daily.

ValiMed™ Medication Validation System And Related Information From Baxa Corporation Are Now Available At PublicRelationsNewsroom. com

The ValiMed Medication Validation System and related information are now available at PublicRelationsNewsroom. com. The ValiMed System, distributed by Baxa Corporation, offers clinicians a simple and cost-effective tool to ensure medication safety by verifying that medications are correctly compounded. Its patented technology validates compounded doses of high risk medications prior to dispensing.

Englewood, CO (PRWEB) June 15, 2007

The ValiMed Medication Validation System and related information are now available at http://publicrelationsnewsroom. com/_wsn/page19.html (http://publicrelationsnewsroom. com/_wsn/page19.html) for media and professional access. ValiMed, distributed by Baxa Corporation, uses enhanced photoemission spectroscopy to quickly validate high-risk medication admixtures, as well as returned narcotics to provide an increased level of patient safety. ValiMed compares a medication's spectroscopic signature to the Medication Signature Library and returns an easy-to-understand "validated" or "not validated" result, requiring no user interpretation.

The expanded ValiMed System features patented technology that validates in seconds compounded doses of high-risk medications prior to dispensing. Verification of compounding accuracy is a requirement under USP 27-NF 22 Chapter 797, which regulates the compounding of sterile products. The ValiMed System can play a key role in demonstrating the safety of compounded sterile products (CSPs) under these requirements.

Baxa, a long-time proponent of hospital pharmacy safety initiatives, recently launched its state-of-the-art STAR (Skills Training, Academics and Resources) Center for pharmacy and cleanroom skills training. Products such as the ValiMed Medication Validation System can be demonstrated and evaluated there, as part of a technology overview for best practices. Baxa designed and built the STAR Center as a fully USP 797-compliant pharmacy cleanroom to provide professional education on pharmacy practice, cleanroom principles and compliance to regulatory requirements. The STAR Center, the only dedicated facility of its kind in the world for hands-on cleanroom experience and training in environmental monitoring and aseptic technique, provides a unique opportunity for industry professionals to learn best practice from subject-matter expert trainers. More information is available at http://www. baxa. com/starcenter (http://www. baxa. com/starcenter)

CDEX Inc. is a technology development company with a current focus on developing and marketing products using chemical detection and validation technologies. At present, CDEX is devoting its resources to two distinct areas: (I) identification of substances of concern (e. g., explosives and illegal drugs for homeland security); and (II) validation of substances for anti-counterfeiting, brand protection and quality assurance (e. g., validation of prescription medication and detection of counterfeit or sub-par products for brand protection). ValiMed is a CDEX solution for the healthcare market. Corporate headquarters and research and development facilities for CDEX are located in Tucson, Arizona. For more information, visit http://www. cdex-inc. com (http://www. cdex-inc. com) and http://www. valimed. com (http://www. valimed. com) or contact CDEX, Inc. at 520.745.5172,

Contacts:

Baxa Corporation

Marian Robinson, Vice President, Marketing

Baxa Corporation: 800.567.2292 ext. 2157 or 303.617.2157

Http://www. baxa. com (http://www. baxa. com)

Maggie Chamberlin Holben, APR, Absolutely Public Relations

303.984.9801, 303.669.3558

Http://www. absolutelypr. com (http://www. absolutelypr. com)

CDEX Inc.

Malcolm Philips or Stuart Poteet

520.745.5172

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Donna M. Jackson recently published the children's book, Hero Dogs: Courageous Canines in Action, which honors those special Canines With A Cause. In the book Donna details stories from the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, along with tales of everyday hero dogs. Our Hero Goldens R Us Contest, for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 aged youngsters, will be honoring all those heroes of the Golden persuasion. Believe it or not, it costs nothing to enter but your time. With an incredible $800 prize package and every published entrant receiving a laminated Land of PureGold bookmark and personalized certificate of participation, what have you got to lose.

(PRWEB) December 4, 2003

At the Land of PureGold (http://landofpuregold. com/ (http://landofpuregold. com/)), the goal is to joyfully inform and provide assistance. This site was created by School Psychologist, Rochelle Lesser, to recognize and celebrate the wonders of the Human-'Golden' Bond. All aspects of Golden Retriever living are explored and every service field and humanitarian effort that our Golden gems are responsible for, with respect to enhancing persons' lives, is highlighted. Hoping to entice active involvement at the site from both kids and adults, contests are created to celebrate new, notable literary canine-oriented works.

The HERO GOLDENS R US Contest (located at http://landofpuregold. com/herodogs. htm (http://landofpuregold. com/herodogs. htm)) for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 aged youngsters, will be honoring all those heroes of the Golden persuasion. It celebrates Donna M. Jackson's recently published children's book, "Hero Dogs: Courageous Canines in Action." In this book, which honors those special 'Canines With A Cause,' the author details stories from the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon, along with tales of everyday hero dogs.

These heroes or 'Goldens With A Cause,' who are defined as those providing assistance, protection, comfort, rescue or entertainment, may include any one of the following. . . .

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-- Assistance Dogs who see for the blind (Guide Dogs), hear for the deaf (Hearing Dogs), or reach out for the disabled (Mobility/Service Dogs)

-- Assistance Dogs who alert to distress, such as seizures, heart problems, or panic attacks

-- Facility Dogs who work with professionals in group settings to help with those with intellectual, physical or emotional problems

-- Therapy Dogs who comfort the sick, troubled or lonely through visitations

-- Therapy Dogs who work with professionals to help motivate the disabled to resist their physical, intellectual or emotional problems

There is no entry fee for this contest. And, with an incredible $800 prize package and every published entrant receiving a laminated Land of PureGold bookmark and personalized certificate of participation, there is certainly much reason to enter.

Youngsters from Kindergarten thru Grade 12 are invited to enter, via three separate categories of competition: Pre-Kindergarten thru Grade 3 (Primary); Grades 4 thru 5 (Intermediate); and Grades 6 thru 12 (Middle/Senior). Entries may be made by individual or groups of children (for example, 4H groups, classrooms, etc.). This entry must be submitted by a parent, teacher, therapist, or health professional, certifying that it has been created independently by the named youngster or group, and that there is adult approval for their involvement in the activity. If the entry comes from a group of youngsters, whose ages vary across more than one grade category, this adult should indicate the category to be most representative. Entries can be submitted in either a written or digital video format. Depending on the grade category, written entries could range from one paragraph to an entire essay. Digital video entries should not extend beyond fifteen minutes.

The adult submitting this entry needs to be sure to provide the following identifying information: the grade category (Primary, Intermediate or Middle/Senior) for the entry; the name(s) & age(s) of all the youngsters who contributed to the creation of the piece; the city and state in which each youngster resides; the relationship that he/she has with these youngsters (that is, parent, teacher, etc.); and, his/her own contact name, home address, phone number, and email address.

The basic message to the entry needs to address why a particular Golden Retriever is a Hero Dog or Canine With A Cause. That is, just what sets him or her apart with respect to "unique skills, special talents, and superior work ethic." The Golden Retriever must be one that is personally known. For example, it could be a family member, a Golden that belongs to close friends or someone known to the family, a Golden that the youngster personally works with in a facility, etc.

If the entry is being submitted in written form, it should have a title and be written in clear sentences that displays good grammar and correct capitalization and punctuation. It can be sent with or without photographs, but photos will certainly provide 'extra credit' and give the entry an edge over photo-less entries. The name of the photographer, responsible for taking each photo, will need to be provided, so that he/she can be given credit for their contribution. And, a brief description of the pictured Golden in each photo should be noted (such as formal and/or call name, sex, age in photo). Also, if any persons appear in these photos, a statement must be enclosed verifying that they are 'okay' with their images appearing here at the site.

About Rochelle Lesser:

Rochelle Lesser is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist engaged in private practice in Millersville, Maryland. She utilizes her Golden Retrievers in the roles of Demo & Therapy Dog as noted in the news article highlighted at http://therapy. landofpuregold. com (http://therapy. landofpuregold. com). Her website, LIVE, LOVE & LAUGH with Golden Retrievers (at the Land of PureGold), has grown to be the most recognized site on the breed, with 125,000+ page views monthly.

About Donna M. Jackson:

Donna Jackson, who has written five books, is an award-winning author who specializes in creative nonfiction books for children. She is the author of the award-winning book, "The Bone Detectives," which received starred reviews in Publishers Weekly and School Library Journal and was named an ALA Best Book. More information on her collection of works can be found by visiting http://donnamjackson. net (http://donnamjackson. net).

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While RFID is a big buzzword around many companies, especially retailers (such as Wal-Mart, Target, Tesco, and Marks & Spencer) and their suppliers, many consumers fear that it may some day threaten their privacy. What happens if some day, RFID is used by retailers, or even the government, to track your every move? RFID chips and readers would make this possible, although the possibility of such a thing occurring seem distant. But already, the European Union and the United States have announced to begin issuing passports containing micro-RFID chips that will contain personal information.

Despite the controversy, McCarter has a positive outlook on RFID that is reflected in his website. "The privacy stuff is scary but RFID is definitely going to revolutionize the way information is exchanged in the world," McCarter says. "It's going to revolutionize the movement of goods [and] it's going to speed up the way in which information is transferred."

McCarter also believes that RFID will be more of a help than a threat to consumers, especially where healthcare is concerned. RFID tags are likely to make hospitals more efficient and cost-effective as well as reduce pharmaceutical counterfeiting.

The RFID Times is owned and operated by Clay McCarter, chief editor and writer of the blog. To learn more about radio frequency ID or to inquire about becoming a writer at the RFID Times, visit our website at http://rfidtimes. blogspot. com/ (http://rfidtimes. blogspot. com/).

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Andy Rosenfarb, MTOM, L. Ac., has written a new book entitled Healing Your Eyes with Chinese Medicine. This is a landmark publication in the field of alternative medicine for the eyes and holistic ophthalmology. The book describes how acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can help to heal the eyes from various disease patterns. The information presented is based on years of clinically proven research and overwhelming success rate.

Westfield, NJ (PRWEB) July 23, 2007

With over 13 million Americans suffering from macular degeneration, and more and 1 million Americans blind from eye disease, it's all too clear that prescribed treatments for are not effective. For the past ten years, Andy Rosenfarb has successfully used acupuncture and Chinese medicine to treat a wide range of eye conditions. Healing Your Eyes with Chinese Medicine is the culmination of his work -- a handbook for healing the kinds of conditions too often considered almost impossibly challenging or irreversible. His treatments include moxibustion techniques, tuina (massage), micro-current stimulation, Chinese herbs, and qigong exercises, along with "essential acupuncture" where essential oils are placed on acupuncture points.

Healing Your Eyes with Chinese Medicine is intended as a practical manual to help readers understand their eyes and vision more comprehensively, and to learn new, affordable ways for retaining the precious gift of sight.

Additionally, Andy Rosenfarb, recently announced that he will be conducting research in conjunction with Dr. Robert Ritch MD professor and chief of glaucoma services at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. This study is being put together in order to research the effects of acupuncture's effect on lowering eye pressure in patients in the early stages of glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Once the study is complete, the research will be presented at the World Congress for Eye Research in Beijing, China following the 2008 Olympics.

Praise for this title:

"As an optometrist for more than twenty-five years, I see Andy Rosenfarb as one of the emerging leaders in complementary and innovative approaches to vision care. His zest for integrating the ancient traditions of eye care with modern scientific knowledge of the body is a great contribution to the paradigm of twenty-first-century vision care."

--Marc Grossman, OD, LAc, from the foreword

"Andy Rosenfarb's inquiring mind and tenacity in refining his techniques come together in this incredible book to provide a service both to patients and the medial profession. A summary of current research and new clinical techniques, Healing Your Eyes with Chinese Medicine emphasizes the practical and the useful---what helps people of all ages see better. This is an important book."

Andy Rosenfarb is the clinical director of Acupuncture Health Associates located in Watchung and Westfield, New Jersey. Andy lives in Warren, New Jersey. A Master of Traditional Oriental Medicine, he has over 13 years of experience as an acupuncturist and practitioner of Chinese Medicine, having successfully treated thousands of patients from around the world.

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Surgeons in the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence (BSCOE) program now have a great opportunity to use unique and specially designed bariatric medical devices and at the same time significantly reduce their surgical cost per case.

Crystal Lake, IL (PRWEB) March 18, 2010

Eisner USA, LLC, www. eisnerusa. com a leading provider of medical and surgical devices, today announced a collaboration with Surgical Review Corporation (SRC, http://www. surgicalreview. org (http://www. surgicalreview. org)), which administers the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence (BSCOE) program on behalf of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS, http://www. asbs. org (http://www. asbs. org)). Under the agreement, Eisner USA, LLC will offer BSCOE participants special pricing on its innovative bariatric surgical products as part of SRC’s Value for Excellence program.

Through the Value for Excellence program, SRC’s Strategic Alliances team works with vendors and industry organizations to offer special product, service and pricing opportunities to ASMBS BSCOE participants and designees.

“We are proud to provide specially designed bariatric surgical products to all sites and surgeons participating in the ASMBS BSCOE program,” said JD Kirchberg, Co-Founder of Eisner USA, LLC. “Our model is to seamlessly introduce the highest quality medical devices to bariatric surgery centers, and at the same time demonstrate significant savings and reduce the costs per surgery for all of our clients.”

Eisner USA, LLC specializes in new and innovative medical devices and currently offers bariatric designed disposable access ports, endomechanic disposable instruments and specially designed flex extended retractors. In addition to their devices, Eisner USA, LLC is promoting newly developed 3D visualization software. This software converts CT and MRI imaging data into stunning 3D visualization software to aid in surgical planning as well as patient education.

“By participating in the ASMBS BSCOE program, surgeons and facilities demonstrate their commitment to delivering safe and effective bariatric surgical care,” said Jackie Lueck Sneve, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at SRC. "SRC aligns itself with industry leaders like Eisner USA, LLC to provide additional benefits to these participants in recognition of their continued dedication to excellence."

About Eisner USA, LLC

Eisner USA, LLC is a qualified, FDA registered device company that has developed a commercialization and distribution platform for the medical device industry. This model seamlessly commercializes new and innovative medical devices into the United States market and enables interested companies to concentrate and invest in new healthcare technologies while utilizing a turnkey solution for their sales and marketing component. Eisner USA is committed to developing and manufacturing innovative, high-quality, cost-effective medical devices that meet and exceed clinician needs and improve patient outcomes. Learn more at www. eisnerusa. com.

About Surgical Review Corporation

Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) is an independent, nonprofit organization governed by industry stakeholders and dedicated to advancing the safety, efficacy and efficiency of bariatric and metabolic surgical care worldwide. To support best practices development for the treatment of morbid obesity and its associated conditions, SRC launched center of excellence programs for bariatric surgery and developed the Bariatric Outcomes Longitudinal Database (BOLD). SRC has already designated more than 700 surgeons and 400 hospitals and freestanding outpatient facilities across the globe, and BOLD is now the world's largest repository of clinical bariatric surgery patient data. For more information, visit www. surgicalreview. org.

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